Karen Hertz
December 1, 1941 ~ March 27, 2024
Born in:
Moorhead, Minnesota
Resided in:
Fargo, North Dakota
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Karen Ruth Hertz, 83, of Fargo, ND, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 under hospice care, after a long battle with cancer. Karen was born on December 1, 1941 to William and Hazel Horn in Moorhead, MN.
Karen grew up in north Moorhead with her sisters, Violet, Beverly, Donna, and brother, Neal. Karen graduated from Moorhead High School in 1959.
Karen married Clane Douglas Hertz on May 11, 1963 at Edgewood United Methodist Church in Fargo, ND. In 1973 they purchased a home in North Fargo where they raised their 4 children, and resided for 50 years.
After graduation from high school, Karen worked at St. Ansgar Hospital in Moorhead in the Operating Room, as a Dental Office Secretary, and lastly she worked for Merit-Care in Fargo for 21 years. She retired in 2004.
Karen loved being outside and enjoyed fishing & gardening. She won many awards in ceramics; her ceramic painting skills and creativity were that of a highly skilled professional. She also enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents, William and Hazel Horn; three of her sisters, Katherine, Violet, and Beverly; and brother, Neal.
She is survived by her husband, Clane D. Hertz – Fargo; daughter, Tami Hertz – St. Paul, MN; son, Troy (Kelli) Hertz – West Fargo; daughter, Tracy (Todd) Busche – Mahnomen, MN; daughter, Teri Jo Hertz (Wayne Rausch) – West Fargo; a sister, Donna; grandchildren, Ashlee Huber, Christopher Busche, Hailey Busche, and Katie (Ryan) Narlock; great grandchildren, Jaden Narlock and Taylynn Narlock.
Our family would like to extend a heartfelt “Thank You” to the doctors, nurses, and staff of the Roger Maris Cancer Center and Hospice. These people are truly angels on earth.
Lastly, we would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to all family and friends who have been affected by cancer.
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Memorial Service - Monday: April 1, 2024 2:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
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Angela Kyra Jarrod Kunze
My heart goes out to you all !!! Sending lots of hugs and prayers!!
Mom worked in the medical profession her entire career. She was a very kind and compassionate person. Even through her difficult struggles and darkest days with cancer, every time I spoke to her she would ask me “How’s Kelli doing & how are you doing??” Never worrying about herself, but worrying about my wife’s battle with breast cancer.
She never once complained or said “Why me?”
She loved Dad, her kids, and grandchildren very much, and enjoyed her time with all of us. Mom, I’m glad the pain has ended. Until i see you again, I love you very much!! Your son Troy
Love, Joan
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this tough time. Clane, I am just a phone call away if you ever need to talk. Karen, be at peace.
Blessings, Pat Weber
Our Beloved Aunt Karen, You have made such a huge impact in our lives forever ! I’ll Always remember the times we spent fishing off the dock at the cottage , this is where I began my love for fishing..Even more important tho is , you never gave up on me when I was a troubled teenager !..You and Uncle Clane have been perfect role models for us ALL to learn from the way you both show unconditional love and support to everyone !! Aunt Karen we are Truly Blessed to have you in our lives !! You will always be greatly missed and forever loved !! We will meet again in Heaven with New bodies free from pain and suffering !! We Love You !!
I worked at Northport Hornbachers when I was 16. I was there for 8 years, and Karen was one of my favorite customers!! Always so very nice!! And even now, a few years back, I’d see her at other places and she’d always had the nicest smile and would say hi to me!! That was 50 years ago that I worked there but she stands out! I’m so sorry for your loss. Seems like she was well lived by many!!
Vickie Hoss